MYRModel Year Report

2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman

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2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:53:17.985Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
51
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

45% of complaints

Complaints per year

2008: 11 complaints 2008 2009: 51 complaints 2009 51 2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 12 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2021
2008: 11 complaints 2008 2009: 51 complaints 2009 51 2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 12 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2021
2008: 11 complaints 2008 2009: 51 complaints 2009 51 2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 12 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2021

2009: 51 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20070
200811
200951
201013
201112
20122
20201
20210

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

45% · 23 reports
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The contact stated while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated she was able to pull over to the side of the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-26

Driving car to work and died as I was going through an 4 way intersection, car was in motion with multiple vehicles around me. I had to get out and push the car out of the intersection and off the road. Tried to start with no success.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-12

2009 Clubman Mini coop fuel pump keeps trying to die when driving.this can be very dangerous when driving on the freeway. It die on me trying to take it to the dealership on L45.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-27

Power train

22% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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Vehicle failed due to issue with the timing chain tensioner. This caused the timing chain guides to break and drop into the oil pan. Entire engine may need to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-27

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Electrical system

16% · 8 reports
FIRE
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After driving to work for 30 minutes, I parked my car. I thought I smelled something as I walked away, so I stopped an looked, but I did not see anything. Five minutes after walking into my building, someone told me my car was on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-10-18

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contacted became aware of a failure with the electrical system.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-28

The contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-17

Engine and engine cooling

16% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing engine and turbo/supercharger.

FIRE
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I parked my 2009 Mini Clubman after driving about 10 miles to the grocery store round trip and unloaded groceries, went back out to the car and it was smoking white smoke.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-01

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 12V008000 (Engine and engine cooling).

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-19

Air bags

12% · 6 reports

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2011-10-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2012-06-11 Engine compartment fire
  2. R
    2012-02-29Engine and engine cooling12V008000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Mini Cooper S, 2008-2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman, 2009-2011 Mini Cooper S Convertible, 2009-2011 Mini Cooper jcw, 2009-2011 Mini Cooper jcw clubman…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump free of charge. The safety recall beganduring February 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-866-275-6464.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    2018-06-15Engine and engine cooling18V248000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 23 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 12V008000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 18V248000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Mini Cooper S Clubman have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.